2014 Ford Mondeo 1.6L Diesel · WH63 WKA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than preventative upkeep. In the most recent test in November 2024 at 127,406 miles, the car passed despite multiple advisories regarding rear suspension arm bushes and unevenly worn tyres. While these did not result in a failure, they highlight that the suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life, marking a progression from the clean records seen in the earlier years of the vehicle. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per annum. There is a notable period of activity between October 2022 (96,639 miles) and October 2023 (112,214 miles), covering over 15,000 miles in a year. However, the failure in October 2023 at 112,069 miles due to low tyre tread and lighting issues suggests that during certain intervals, basic consumable maintenance was neglected until the MOT test forced attention. A buyer must specifically inspect the rear suspension assembly, as the repeated mention of worn arm bushes in 2024 suggests a need for replacement to prevent handling instability or area wear. The history of perished tyres and low tread depth across 2023 and 2024 indicates that the alignment may be out of specification or that tyres are being replaced poorly. A thorough check of the braking system and the entire lighting wiring is also advised to ensure the previous failures have been fully rectified and do not recur.